Origins of the binocular head mirror: The mystery of Dr. Clar, clarified. Review uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • BACKGROUND: The origin of Dr. Clar's forehead mirror remains a mystery. The aim of this study is to track the roots of this eponym anew to find a definitive answer. METHODS: Historical, notably by the analysis of the reports of medical meetings and the content of instrument trade catalogs of the corresponding epoch. RESULTS: Konrad or Conrad Clar (1844-1904) was an Austrian balneologist and geologist particularly interested in laryngological examination. He notably invented a lighting apparatus in 1874, his famous forehead mirror in 1886, and a handgrip for laryngological instruments in 1901. CONCLUSIONS: Konrad Clar is the man behind the eponymous Dr. Clar's mirror. This study allowed to definitively confirm this statement.

publication date

  • November 24, 2015

Research

keywords

  • Eponyms
  • Equipment Design
  • Lighting
  • Otolaryngology

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84962034510

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/j.ijporl.2015.11.017

PubMed ID

  • 26746620

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 80